A social media post by the anonymous administrator of the Ghana National Television (GTV) has sparked a hilarious and controversial online debate ahead of the 2024 African Cup of Nations (AFCON).The post, which was shared on the station's Facebook page, read: "Bad weather and a Satellite TV. If you know, you know! #AFCON2023".Some netizens interpreted the post as a subtle dig at pay-TV service DSTV Ghana, implying that their satellite signal would be affected by bad weather during the AFCON matches, while GTV would provide uninterrupted coverage.Others, however, saw the post as a clever marketing strategy by the GTV administrator, who was trying to attract more viewers to the national broadcaster, which has been struggling to generate revenue from TV licence fees.Maxwell Mawuena Mensah Exlimit-Gadze, one of the commenters, praised the post, saying: "Solid defensive marketing. Y'all are doing a great job".However, DSTV Ghana seems to have responded to GTV's post, as they wrote in a post: "Someone told you to watch the #AFCON2023 with poor picture quality, but did you know they will watch HD quality on #DSTVGhana? Choose wisely."DSTV Ghana also wrote in another post: "Don't get it twisted; don't be deceived. We’ve got the best of everything when it comes to #AFCON2023. Don’t settle for terrible picture quality, poor sound, or anything below standard. #DSTV Ghana has got you covered".The online rivalry between GTV and DSTV Ghana has generated a lot of reactions from football fans, who are eagerly awaiting the start of the AFCON 2024, which will feature 24 national teams competing for the continental glory.Defending champions Senegal will be among the favourites to retain their title, along with Morocco, Algeria, Nigeria, and Egypt.GTV has been campaigning for Ghanaians to pay their TV licence fees, which are mandatory by law, in order to help the station operate effectively and efficiently. However, many citizens have refused to pay, claiming that GTV does not offer quality and interesting programmes.Nana Osei Kwaku, another commenter, expressed his dissatisfaction with GTV, saying: "We want clear pictures, not nwansena. Don't compromise on quality". Nwansena is a Twi word that means blurred or unclear.According to the GTV administration, the station is the only one that is accredited to broadcast the upcoming AFCON 2024 in Ghana, which will kick off on Sunday, January 20, 2024, with Ghana playing against Cape Verde in their opening match.